1 Corinthians 14:6

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

My friends, what good would it do, if I came and spoke unknown languages to you and didn't explain what I meant? How would I help you, unless I told you what God had shown me or gave you some knowledge or prophecy or teaching?

Cross References

Jeremiah 16:19

Our LORD, you are the one who gives me strength and protects me like a fortress when I am in trouble. People will come to you from distant nations and say, “Our ancestors worshipped false and useless gods,

Matthew 11:25

At that moment Jesus said: My Father, Lord of heaven and earth, I am grateful that you hid all this from wise and educated people and showed it to ordinary people.

Matthew 16:17

Jesus told him: Simon, son of Jonah, you are blessed! You didn't discover this on your own. It was shown to you by my Father in heaven.

Matthew 16:26

What will you gain, if you own the whole world but destroy yourself? What would you give to get back your soul?

Acts 2:42

They spent their time learning from the apostles, and they were like family to each other. They also broke bread and prayed together.

Romans 15:14

My friends, I am sure that you are very good and that you have all the knowledge you need to teach each other.

Romans 16:17

My friends, I beg you to watch out for anyone who causes trouble and divides the church by refusing to do what all of you were taught. Stay away from them!

Romans 6:17

You used to be slaves of sin. But I thank God that with all your heart you obeyed the teaching you received from me.

1 Corinthians 10:33

I always try to please others instead of myself, in the hope that many of them will be saved.

1 Corinthians 14:1

Love should be your guide. Be eager to have the gifts that come from the Holy Spirit, especially the gift of prophecy.

1 Corinthians 14:7

If all musical instruments sounded alike, how would you know the difference between a flute and a harp?

2 Corinthians 11:6

I may not speak as well as they do, but I know as much. And this has already been made perfectly clear to you.

2 Corinthians 12:1

I have to boast. There is nothing to be gained by it, but I must boast about the visions and other things that the Lord has shown me.

2 Corinthians 12:7

Of course, I am now referring to the wonderful things I saw. One of Satan's angels was sent to make me suffer terribly, so that I would not feel too proud.

Ephesians 1:17

I ask the glorious Father and God of our Lord Jesus Christ to give you his Spirit. The Spirit will make you wise and let you understand what it means to know God.

Ephesians 3:4

As you read the letter, you will also find out how well I really do understand the mystery about Christ.

Philippians 3:15

All of us who are mature should think in this same way. And if any of you think differently, God will make it clear to you.

2 Timothy 2:14

Don't let anyone forget these things. And with God as your witness, you must warn them not to argue about words. These arguments don't help anyone. In fact, they ruin everyone who listens to them.

2 Timothy 3:10

Timothy, you know what I teach and how I live. You know what I want to do and what I believe. You have seen how patient and loving I am, and how in the past I put up with

2 Timothy 3:16

Everything in the Scriptures is God's Word. All of it is useful for teaching and helping people and for correcting them and showing them how to live.

2 Timothy 4:2

to preach God's message. Do it willingly, even if it isn't the popular thing to do. You must correct people and point out their sins. But also cheer them up, and when you instruct them, always be patient.

Titus 3:8

This message is certainly true. These teachings are useful and helpful for everyone. I want you to insist that the people follow them, so that all who have faith in God will be sure to do good deeds.

Hebrews 13:9

Don't be fooled by any kind of strange teachings. It is better to receive strength from God's undeserved kindness than to depend on certain foods. After all, these foods don't really help the people who eat them.

2 Peter 1:5

Do your best to improve your faith. You can do this by adding goodness, understanding,

2 Peter 3:18

Let the wonderful kindness and the understanding that come from our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ help you to keep on growing. Praise Jesus now and for ever! Amen.

2 John 1:9

Don't keep changing what you were taught about Christ, or else God will no longer be with you. But if you hold firmly to what you were taught, both the Father and the Son will be with you.

1 Samuel 12:21

Don't worship idols! They don't have any power, and they can't help you or save you when you're in trouble.